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Sheffield United - Leicester City 01.01.2026 prediction

Match prediction

We collected all the available Sheffield United and Leicester City data, and based on their analysis, both teams will do their best on the field to win the match. But still, we found a bet which can be completely beneficial. Our prediction for Sheffield United Leicester City - Double chance - X2.

01/01/2026

Sheffield United

12:30

Leicester City

Bet:Double chance - X2

Odds:1.84

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Coefficients at the time of publication of the forecast 01.01.2026 18:40

Match preview

The upcoming England tournament, Championship, includes a scheduled match between Sheffield United and Leicester City. The game is set to commence on 01.01 at 12:30. Sports bettors are invited to explore detailed betting tips for both Sheffield United and Leicester City through the comprehensive analysis of team statistics and match predictions that follow.

H2H and previous results

In total, 23 games have been played between the teams. The most recent encounter occurred on 29.11.25, with a final score of 2:3. Sheffield United emerged victorious in 7 of the matches, while Leicester City won 12 of the meetings. Additionally, there were instances where the teams played to a draw, resulting in 4 tied games. Therefore, based on these statistics, there is a goal difference of 29-37 between the two teams.

Head To Head

Wins
Draws
Wins
2
1
2

Comparison stat

On this website, without registering, you can find out the exact statistics of the Sheffield United and Leicester City teams for the last ten matches played. For example, you can follow the number of wins, losses, and draws, as well as team statistics such as goals conceded.

10
Matches
10
6
Wins
5
2
Draws
1
2
Loses
4
22
Scored
18
11
Conceded
19
+11
Goal difference
-1
4
Match goals average
9
2.2
Goals scored per match
1.8
1.1
Goals conceded per match
1.9
3.3
Both teams scored
3.7
27.3'
Minutes/Goal scored
24.3'

Sheffield United review

Throughout the current Championship season, Sheffield United has played 10 games. The club has recorded 6 victories, 2 losses, and 2 draws, including 4 wins at home. These WDL statistics have led the team to 17 place in the standings. On average, Sheffield United has scored 14 goals and conceded 8 goals per game, with a goal difference of +6. When playing at home, Sheffield United typically scores an average of 40.9 goals per game. 3 matches at Sheffield United's home stadium have seen both teams score, accounting for 30% of their home matches. It takes Sheffield United an average of 40.9 minutes to score a goal at their home stadium.

Leicester City review

In the current Championship season, Leicester City has played 10 games. The club has won 3 of its away matches and, in total, has secured 5 wins, 4 losses, and 1 draws. The team has scored 15 goals and conceded 18 goals, resulting in a goal difference of -3. Currently, Leicester City is in 12 place in the standings. On average, Leicester City's away matches see approximately 27.3 goals scored by both teams. In Leicester City's away matches, both teams have scored in 8 games, which accounts for 80% of their away matches. It takes Leicester City players around 27.3 minutes of game time to score an away goal.

Standings

Team G W D L S C Pt
12. Leicester City
24 9 7 8 34 34 34
17. Sheffield United
24 9 2 13 33 37 29

Who will win?

Sheffield United
SHU - %
Leicester City
LEI - %
draws - %

Will both teams score?

Yes - 50%
No - 50%

Who will score first?

Sheffield United
SHU - 33%
Leicester City
LEI - 33%
No goal - 34%

Prematch stats

10
Matches
10
6
Wins
5
2
Draws
1
2
Loses
4
22
Scored
18
11
Conceded
19
+11
Goal difference
-1
4
Match goals average
9
2.2
Goals scored per match
1.8
1.1
Goals conceded per match
1.9
3.3
Both teams scored
3.7
27.3'
Minutes/Goal scored
24.3'

Game Result

Full time
1st Half / 2nd Half
Win %
35%
42%
Draw %
27%
21%
Loss %
38%
37%
1h/2h wdl
Sheffield United SHU Leicester City LEI
Win % 1st Half
38%
42%
Win % 2nd Half
33%
42%
Draw % 1st Half
38%
17%
Draw % 2nd Half
17%
25%
Loss % 1st Half
24%
41%
Loss % 2nd Half
50%
33%

Goals scored

Sheffield United Leicester City is +3% Better in terms of Scored goals.
Sheffield United SHU 1.38
Goals / match
Leicester City LEI 1.42
Goals / match
Full time
Scored Per Game
Sheffield United SHU Leicester City LEI
Over 0.5
67%
83%
Over 1.5
38%
46%
Over 2.5
29%
13%
Over 3.5
4%
0%
Over 4.5
0%
0%
Failed To Score
33%
17%
1st Half
Scored 1st Half
Sheffield United SHU Leicester City LEI
Over 0.5
42%
50%
Over 1.5
21%
21%
Over 2.5
13%
4%
Over 3.5
0%
0%
Scored Average 1H
0.75%
0.75%
2nd Half
Scored 2nd Half
Sheffield United SHU Leicester City LEI
Over 0.5
42%
50%
Over 1.5
17%
17%
Over 2.5
4%
0%
Over 3.5
0%
0%
Scored Average 2H
0.63%
0.67%

Score First Goal

54%
50%

Statistics on the percentage of matches, where Sheffield United and Leicester City scored first in the Championship of the 2025/2026 season

Goals Time

Sheffield United SHU
Leicester City LEI
10 mins
Total Goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 10 mins
7%
12%
5%
11 - 20 mins
9%
18%
0%
21 - 30 mins
10%
12%
11%
31 - 40 mins
4%
3%
5%
41 - 50 mins
16%
15%
16%
51 - 60 mins
20%
18%
22%
61 - 70 mins
14%
3%
24%
71 - 80 mins
9%
12%
5%
81 - 90+ mins
11%
7%
12%
15 mins
Total Goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 15 mins
11%
24%
5%
16 - 30 mins
13%
18%
11%
31 - 45+ mins
10%
12%
8%
46 - 60 mins
30%
24%
35%
61 - 75 mins
17%
12%
24%
76 - 90+ mins
19%
10%
17%
10 mins
Total Goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 10 mins
16%
15%
21%
11 - 20 mins
9%
12%
6%
21 - 30 mins
9%
6%
12%
31 - 40 mins
7%
6%
9%
41 - 50 mins
16%
18%
21%
51 - 60 mins
7%
12%
3%
61 - 70 mins
9%
6%
12%
71 - 80 mins
6%
6%
9%
81 - 90+ mins
21%
19%
7%
15 mins
Total Goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 15 mins
19%
21%
24%
16 - 30 mins
13%
12%
15%
31 - 45+ mins
16%
15%
18%
46 - 60 mins
16%
21%
15%
61 - 75 mins
12%
6%
18%
76 - 90+ mins
24%
25%
10%

Goals Handicap

Full time
1st half/2nd half
Handicap
Sheffield United SHU Leicester City LEI
+2.5
63%
71%
+1.5
75%
88%
+0.5
46%
67%
-0.5
38%
38%
-1.5
21%
17%
-2.5
17%
0%
Handicap
Sheffield United SHU Leicester City LEI
+1.5 1H
100%
83%
+1.5 2H
67%
96%
+0.5 1H
75%
58%
+ 0.5 2H
50%
67%
-0.5 1H
38%
42%
-0.5 2H
33%
42%
-1.5 1H
13%
17%
-1.5 2H
13%
8%

Goals Conceded

Sheffield United Leicester City is +8% Better in terms of Conceded goals.
Sheffield United SHU 1.54
Conceded / match
Leicester City LEI 1.42
Conceded / match
Full time
Conceded / game
Sheffield United SHU Leicester City LEI
Over 0.5 %
71%
88%
Over 1.5 %
38%
38%
Over 2.5 %
25%
13%
Over 3.5 %
13%
4%
Clean sheets %
29%
13%
1st Half
Conceded 1nd Half
Sheffield United SHU Leicester City LEI
Over 0.5
33%
50%
Over 1.5
8%%
21%
Over 2.5
0%
13%
1H Clean Sheet
67%
50%
Conceded Average 1H
0.42%
0.88%
2nd Half
conceded 2nd Half
Sheffield United SHU Leicester City LEI
Over 0.5
58%
50%
Over 1.5
38%%
4%
Over 2.5
13%
0%
2H Clean Sheet
42%
50%
Conceded Average 2H
1.13%
0.54%

Statistics of Sheffield United matches and Leicester City matches within the tournament Championship.

Cards Stats

Total Cards / Match
Sheffield United SHU Leicester City LEI
3
1
2

Total cards per match for Sheffield United and Leicester City at the tournament Championship in 2025/2026 season

Total Cards
Team Cards/Cards Against
Total Cards
Sheffield United SHU Leicester City LEI
Average
Over 2.5
71%
88%
79%
Over 3.5
38%
46%
42%
Over 4.5
25%
38%
92%
Over 5.5
8%
17%
12%
Over 6.5
4%
13%
8%
Team Cards
Sheffield United SHU Leicester City LEI
Average
Over 0.5
79%
83%
81%
Over 1.5
42%
58%
50%
Over 2.5
17%
38%
27%
Over 3.5
0%
21%
10%
Cards Against
Sheffield United SHU Leicester City LEI
Average
Over 0.5
83%
100%
91%
Over 1.5
58%
63%
60%
Over 2.5
33%
21%
27%
Over 3.5
13%
4%
8%

Betting tips

Sheffield United

2 / 10 of her last matches Sheffield United in all competitions ended in defeat

Sheffield United

2 / 10 of last matches Sheffield United in Championship ended in defeat

Leicester City

5 / 10 of last matches Leicester City in all tournaments ended with her victory

Leicester City

5 / 10 of last matches Leicester City in Championship ended with her victory

Leicester City

7 / 10 of last matches between the teams ended in victory Leicester City

Bet:1x2 - W2

Leicester City

2 / 10 of the last matches Leicester City in all tournaments ended with its victory in the 1st half

Leicester City

2 / 10 of the last matches Leicester City in Championship ended with its victory in the 1st half

Leicester City

3 / 10 of the last matches between the teams ended with a victory Leicester City in the 1st half

Bet:1x2 - 1 half - W2

Sheffield United

6 / 10 of last matches Sheffield United in all tournaments ended with her victory

Sheffield United

6 / 10 of last matches Sheffield United in Championship ended with her victory

Sheffield United

1 / 10 of last matches between the teams ended in victory Sheffield United

Leicester City

4 / 10 of her last matches Leicester City in all competitions ended in defeat

Leicester City

4 / 10 of last matches Leicester City in Championship ended in defeat

Bet:1x2 - W1

Sheffield United

8 / 10 of last matches in all competitions Sheffield United did not draw

Sheffield United

8 / 10 of last matches in Championship Sheffield United did not draw

Sheffield United Leicester City

8 / 10 of the last matches between the teams ended in a win

Leicester City

9 / 10 of last matches in all competitions Leicester City did not draw

Leicester City

9 / 10 of last matches in Championship Leicester City did not draw

Bet:Double chance - 12

Sheffield United

6 / 10 of last matches Sheffield United in all competitions, at least one team did not score

Sheffield United

6 / 10 of last matches Sheffield United in Championship , at least one team has not scored

Sheffield United Leicester City

4 / 10 of the last matches between the teams, at least one of the teams did not score

Leicester City

1 / 10 of last matches Leicester City in all competitions, at least one team did not score

Leicester City

1 / 10 of last matches Leicester City in Championship , at least one team has not scored

Bet:Both team to score - No

Sheffield United

1 / 10 of the last matches Sheffield United in all tournaments ended with a loss in the 2nd half

Sheffield United

1 / 10 of the last matches Sheffield United in Championship ended with its defeat in the 2nd half

Leicester City

2 / 10 of the last matches Leicester City in all tournaments ended with its victory in the 2nd half

Leicester City

2 / 10 of the last matches Leicester City in Championship ended with its victory in the 2nd half

Leicester City

3 / 10 of the last matches between the teams ended with a victory Leicester City in the 2nd half

Bet:1x2 - 2 half - W2

Coefficients at the time of publication of the forecast 01.01.2026 18:40

The most common result of matches between Sheffield United and Leicester City is 1-2. 3 matches have ended with this result.

During the last 10 meetings with Sheffield United playing at home, Sheffield United have won 4 times, there have been 1 draws while Leicester City have won 5 times. The goal difference is 16-15 in favour of Sheffield United.

During the last 21 meetings, Sheffield United have won 7 times, there have been 3 draws while Leicester City have won 11 times. The goal difference is 36-29 in favour of Leicester City.

Sheffield United's last home win against Leicester City was in 2008.

Did you know that Sheffield United scores 25% of their goals between the minutes 0-15?

Did you know that Leicester City scores 25% of their goals between the minutes 76-90?

Sheffield United haven't lost in any of their last 5 home matches.

Sheffield United haven't scored in 3 of their 11 home matches in Championship this season.

Leicester City haven't scored in 2 of their 12 away matches in Championship this season.

Tyrese Kai Campbell is Sheffield United's top scorer with 5 goals. Jordan Anthony James has scored 6 times for Leicester City.

Callum Luke O'Hare has assisted the most goals for Sheffield United with 3. Issahaku Abdul Fatawu is Leicester City's biggest assister (6).

A year ago, Sheffield United were number 1 in the table with 48 points. Now they are number 18 with 26 points.

Leicester City have conceded a goal in each of their last 17 matches.

Leicester City have scored at least one goal for 6 consecutive matches.

Sheffield United wins 1st half in 40% of their matches, Leicester City in 28% of their matches.

Sheffield United wins 40% of halftimes, Leicester City wins 28%.

The winner of their last meeting was Sheffield United.

On their last meeting Sheffield United won by 1 goals.

When Sheffield United leads 1-0 at home, they win in 68% of their matches.

When Leicester City leads 0-1 away, they win in 42% of their matches.

When Sheffield United is down 0-1 home, they win 0% of their matches.

When Leicester City is down 1-0 away, they win 15% of their matches.

In Championship, Sheffield United has better performance than Leicester City.

Sheffield United's performance of the last 5 matches is better than Leicester City's.

Leicester City have lost just 1 of their last 5 games against Sheffield United (in all competitions).

In the last 5 meetings Sheffield United won 1, Leicester City won 4, 0 draws.

Leicester City have lost just 1 of their last 5 Championship games against Sheffield United.

Sheffield United have won just 1 of their last 5 Championship games against Leicester City.

Sheffield United scores 1 goals in a match against Leicester City and Leicester City scores 2.6 goals against Sheffield United (on average).

Average number of goals in meetings between Sheffield United and Leicester City is 3.6.

Average number of goals in the first half in meetings between Sheffield United and Leicester City is 1.6.

Sheffield United scores 1.4 goals when playing at home and Leicester City scores 1.15 goals when playing away (on average).

Did you know that Sheffield United scores 29% of their goals between the minutes 0-15? This is the highest percentage in the league.

Gustavo Hamer has more yellow cards (5) than any other player at Sheffield United. Luke Jonathan Thomas has collected 6 for Leicester City.

Both teams haven't won their last match in Championship.

Both teams lost their last match.

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